Explorer’s Guide to Coastal Maine by Christina Tree & Nancy English

Explore one of America’s most magnificent coastlines, mile by salty mile.

Did you know that Maine and its islands boast over 7,000 miles of shoreline? That’s more coast than the rest of the East Coast combined. This trusty Explorer’s Guide is your invitation to discover every glorious inch of it.

Penned by veteran travel writers Christina Tree and Nancy English, this comprehensive guide points you toward the very best Maine has to offer:

• Tucked-away lobster pounds and fine waterfront restaurants
• World-class B&Bs, historic inns, and seaside cottages
• Local theaters, festivals, and museums
• Scenic drives, lighthouses, and day-trip itineraries
• Up-to-date maps and essential contact information

Feeling nostalgic? Climb aboard an old-fashioned excursion train. Craving adventure? Set sail on the deck of a working windjammer, or drive across the soaring half-mile Deer Isle Bridge as it disappears into a cloud of sea fog.

From the rocky shores Down East to the sandy stretches near our own beloved Perkins Cove, this guide reads like advice from a well-traveled friend, one who knows which harbor town is worth the detour and where to find the best blueberry pie.

Whether you’re planning a leisurely week along the Marginal Way or a sweeping coastal road trip, this is the companion you’ll want riding shotgun. Tuck it in your tote bag next to the sunscreen and a thermos of coffee, and let the discoveries begin.

A staff favorite for visitors and locals alike.

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